8-Hour Rigging Worker Refresher
Description:
This course is a requirement for an individual – who is not employed by a licensed Rigger – to continue to perform rigging or signaling work in conjunction with the hoisting or lowering of articles on the outside of a building with hoisting equipment. In lieu of completing this course, an individual may instead possess a Department-approved national rigging certification. (NCCCO Rigger Level 1)
The 8-Hour Rigging Worker Refresher course is a specialized training program designed for individuals who have previously completed the 16-Hour Rigging Worker course and need to renew their certification or refresh their knowledge. This refresher course provides a condensed review of important concepts and updates related to rigging operations in the construction industry.
During the course, participants will revisit key topics covered in the initial 16-hour training, including rigging safety regulations, load calculations, rigging techniques, equipment inspection and maintenance, signaling, and communication, rigging hardware, proper lifting methods, and safe work practices. The course will also address any recent updates or changes in regulations or best practices related to rigging operations.
The training will focus on reinforcing knowledge, refreshing skills, and addressing any specific challenges or areas of concern related to rigging tasks. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss real-world scenarios, share experiences, and engage in interactive activities to enhance their understanding and proficiency.
Language: English and Spanish.
Duration: 8 Hours.
Course Code: CRA-201
Learning Objectives:
- Reviewing Rigging Safety Regulations: Participants will refresh their knowledge of relevant rigging safety regulations, standards, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with current requirements.
- Updating Knowledge of Load Calculations and Rigging Techniques: Learners will revisit load calculation methods, rigging techniques, and equipment selection to ensure safe and efficient rigging operations.
- Refreshing Rigging Equipment Inspection and Maintenance: The course aims to reinforce the importance of regular equipment inspections, proper maintenance, and the identification of potential defects or hazards associated with rigging equipment.
- Reinforcing Signaling and Communication Skills: Participants will refresh their signaling and communication skills used in rigging operations to ensure clear and effective communication between riggers, crane operators, and other personnel involved in the process.
- Addressing Recent Updates and Best Practices: Participants will stay up to date with recent updates, changes, and best practices related to rigging operations, ensuring their knowledge aligns with current industry standards.
- Reviewing Proper Lifting Methods and Techniques: The course will cover proper lifting methods, including rigging configurations, load distribution, center of gravity, and stability considerations to ensure safe lifting operations.
- Hazard Recognition and Risk Assessment: Participants will review hazard recognition techniques, assess risks associated with rigging operations, and implement appropriate control measures to mitigate those risks.
- Reinforcing Safe Work Practices: The course emphasizes safe work practices during rigging operations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), fall protection, securement methods, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Practical Application and Hands-On Activities: Participants will engage in practical activities, demonstrations, and simulations to refresh their skills and apply their knowledge in realistic rigging scenarios.
Requirements
- Prerequisites: Students attending this course should have previously taken a 16-Hour Rigging Worker or 8-Hour Rigging Worker Refresher within the last 4 years from an approved training provider. The expired or soon to be expired card must be presented prior to the start of the course.
- As per 3316.9.2.2 of the 2014 NYC Construction Codes, this course is required by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) for individuals, not hired directly by a licensed rigger to continue to perform rigging or signaling work within the City of New York.
Features
- CEUs: 0.8
- CEU Requirements: 100% attendance for the course.
- Completion of IACET Registration Form
- Active participation in all class exercises
- As applicable, achievement of minimum passing score on required end-of-course examination
- Participation and submittal of end-of-course evaluation form
Target audiences
- This course is intended for workers who are renewing an expired or soon to be expired 16-Hour Rigging Worker or 8-Hour Rigging Worker Refresher ID card to continue to perform rigging or signaling work in conjunction with the hoisting or lowering of articles on the outside of a building with hoisting equipment.